Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
14 mins
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Total Time
24 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
503 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
Description
This recipe begins by flattening chicken breasts to ensure even cooking. The chicken is then dredged in flour, dipped in beaten egg, and coated with seasoned breadcrumbs for a crunchy exterior. Air frying the chicken at 375°F crisps the coating without deep frying, making it a lighter preparation. After flipping, the chicken is topped with marinara sauce and slices of mozzarella cheese, then cooked again to melt the cheese thoroughly.
The result is a breaded chicken cutlet with a golden crust and tender interior, covered with a rich tomato sauce and gooey melted cheese. Serving with fresh basil adds a burst of herbal flavor. This makes a hearty main dish suitable for dinner paired with pasta, salad, or steamed vegetables.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days and reheated in the air fryer at 375°F for about four minutes to restore crispness. This method helps maintain the texture and flavor of the breaded chicken.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pound chicken breast 3-4 pieces equal size
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg beaten, large
- 1 ¼ cups seasoned breadcrumbs
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese sliced
- basil for serving, fresh
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in a plastic bag or wrap them in plastic wrap and pound them until the breast is a uniform ¼-½” thick.
- Add the flour to a shallow bowl, the beaten egg to another shallow bowl, and the breadcrumbs to a third bowl.
- Dip the chicken breasts one at a time into the flour, followed by the eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray and add the breaded chicken, making sure not to overcrowd the basket.
- Cook the chicken breasts at 375°F for 10 minutes.
- Flip the chicken and top with marinara (about 2 tablespoons each), followed by one ounce of mozzarella each.
- Cook for an additional 4 minutes at 375°F, or until the cheese has melted. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil, if desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in an air fryer at 375°F for 4 minutes to crisp the coating again.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 503 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 503kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 51g | 102% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 173mg | 58% |
| Sodium | 1052mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 871mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 507IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 232mg | 23% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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